Sabriel

I don't know why this book never crossed my radar. It should be talked about more amongst fantasy enthusiasts. It's so great, with such an amazing magic system! It's simple, but not in a way that feels boring. More like a back to basics feeling, which is perfect when there's a lot of fantasy trying to have huge, sprawling stories (which I also love). It's almost a palette cleanser in that way. With a strong focus on necromancy, adventure and the main character finding her place in a world she wasn't completely aware existed, it both classic and fresh. I can't give a bigger recommendation for this book.